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5 Best Chimney Sweeps in Bath: Trusted & Reviewed

5 chimney sweeps in Bath, ranked by Sweep Score using Google reviews and profile data.

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3open Saturdays
£60–90typical standard sweep

Hiring a Local Chimney Sweep in Bath

Open fires, wood burners, multi fuel stoves and range cookers need regular sweeping to stay safe and draw properly. In Bath, five chimney sweeps serve the BA1 and BA2 postcode areas across neighbourhoods like Kingsmead, Bathwick and Combe Down. Four carry substantial review histories totalling over 780 reviews, all maintain websites, and three operate Saturdays. That consistency matters when booking around your schedule.

Top Rated Chimney Sweeps in Bath Compared

Compare the top picks side by side. Full write-ups follow below.

#SweepBest forScoreRatingVerified
#1Captain SweepHomeowners who want a sweep with a long track record8.9377 reviews—
#2Swept Away Chimney Sweep BathHomeowners who want a sweep with a long track record8.7294 reviews—
#3Clean & GoAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews7.7104 reviews—
#4SweptCleanChecking services and hours online before you call4.36 reviews—
#5Nettwood SweepsChecking services and hours online before you call2.4——
  1. 1Captain SweepHomeowners who want a sweep with a long track record8.9
  2. 2Swept Away Chimney Sweep BathHomeowners who want a sweep with a long track record8.7
  3. 3Clean & GoAn established local sweep with plenty of reviews7.7
  4. 4SweptCleanChecking services and hours online before you call4.3
  5. 5Nettwood SweepsChecking services and hours online before you call2.4

Bath Chimney Sweep Reviews and Ratings

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1. Captain Sweep

Best for: Homeowners who want a sweep with a long track record

8.9Sweep Score

Bath377 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bath · 4 Queen St, Bath BA1 1HE
Track record
Established, very high review volume
Rating
377 Google reviews
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
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Recommendation9.5
Trust8

Confidence: high

Strengths

  • 377 Google reviews, a well established track record
  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services
  • Opening hours published

Watch Out For

The Google profile is not owner verified. Double check the address and phone when you call.

Our take: Our top pick in this area. A Sweep Score of 8.9/10 reflects the best combination of rating, review depth and profile completeness here.

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2. Swept Away Chimney Sweep Bath

Best for: Homeowners who want a sweep with a long track record

8.7Sweep Score

Bath294 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bath · 11 Beckford Gardens, Bath BA2 6QU
Track record
Established, very high review volume
Rating
294 Google reviews
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
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Recommendation9.1
Trust8

Confidence: high

Strengths

  • 294 Google reviews, a well established track record
  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services
  • Opening hours published

Watch Out For

The Google profile is not owner verified. Double check the address and phone when you call.

Our take: A strong shortlist option with a Sweep Score of 8.7/10. Compare availability and price against the sweeps above.

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3. Clean & Go

Best for: An established local sweep with plenty of reviews

7.7Sweep Score

Bath104 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bath · 50 Down Ave, Combe Down, Bath BA2 5QJ
Track record
Established, healthy review volume
Rating
104 Google reviews
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
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Recommendation7.5
Trust8

Confidence: high

Strengths

  • 104 Google reviews, a well established track record
  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services
  • Opening hours published

Watch Out For

The Google profile is not owner verified. Double check the address and phone when you call.

Our take: A strong shortlist option with a Sweep Score of 7.7/10. Compare availability and price against the sweeps above.

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4. SweptClean

Best for: Checking services and hours online before you call

4.3Sweep Score

Bath6 reviews

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bath · 2 Old England Way, Peasedown St John, Bath BA2 8TL
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
6 Google reviews
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
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Recommendation3.1
Trust6.1

Confidence: low

Strengths

  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services
  • Opening hours published

Watch Out For

Only 6 reviews so far, so the rating could still move. Worth asking about experience.

Our take: Scores 4.3/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

5

5. Nettwood Sweeps

Best for: Checking services and hours online before you call

2.4Sweep Score

BathNo reviews yet

Score breakdown and details
Location
Bath · 10 Hinton Villas, Hinton Charterhouse, Bath BA2 7SS
Track record
New or lightly reviewed
Rating
No Google reviews yet
Profile
Unclaimed listing (Google data)
Today
See hours on profile
Recommendation0
Trust6

Confidence: low

Strengths

  • Direct phone number published, no lead form in the way
  • Has its own website with more detail on services
  • Opening hours published

Watch Out For

No Google reviews yet. Ask for references or recent customers you can speak to.

Our take: Scores 2.4/10, but with few reviews the confidence is low. A reasonable call if the sweeps above are booked up.

How Much Does a Chimney Sweep Cost in Bath?

Chimney sweep costs in Bath vary by the job. A straightforward open fire sweep runs £60 to £90, while a wood burner or multi-fuel stove is typically £65 to £95. CCTV inspections cost £90 to £155 depending on what the sweep finds and how detailed the report needs to be. Repairs push prices up: chimney pot replacement sits at £155 to £410, and a full stack repointing can reach £305 to £1,020. Major work like fitting a flexible flue liner runs £920 to £2,245. Most sweeps price by the specific appliance, the condition of your chimney, and whether additional work emerges during the job.

Typical standard sweep£60 to £902026 guide price for Bath
Chimney sweep Bath prices
Typical chimney sweep prices in Bath
ServiceGuide price
Sweeping
Open fire chimney sweepStandard brick chimney, one flue£60 to £90
Wood burner or multi fuel stove sweepIncludes flue liner and baffle clean£65 to £95
Range cooker or Aga flue sweepExtra time to strip down and reassemble£80 to £120
Second flue on the same visitDiscount for an extra flue at the same address£30 to £50
Power (rotary) sweep for heavy tarFor glazed or tarred flues a brush cannot shift£90 to £155
Inspection and safety
CCTV chimney inspectionCamera survey with recorded footage£90 to £155
Smoke or draw testOften included with a sweep; checks the flue pulls£40 to £70
Wood burner annual serviceRope seals, glass, firebricks and baffle checked£90 to £155
Repairs and fittings
Bird nest removalOutside nesting season; depends on size and depth£80 to £165
Bird guard or cowl fittedSupply and fit, access dependent£70 to £155
Chimney pot replacementAccess equipment or scaffold extra£155 to £410
Chimney stack repointingSize, condition and scaffolding dependent£305 to £1020
Flexible flue liner supply and fitHeight of chimney and liner grade dependent£920 to £2245

Guide prices only, not quotes from listed businesses. Always confirm with your sweep.

The Most Reviewed Sweeps in Bath

Captain Sweep leads the pack with 377 reviews and a score of 8.9. Swept Away Chimney Sweep Bath follows with 294 reviews and 8.7. These two have built their reputations on volume and consistency. Clean & Go has 104 reviews (7.7 score) and represents solid mid-range choice. SweptClean and Nettwood Sweeps have far fewer reviews, which means less public evidence of their work, though both have websites to contact them directly.

The 781 reviews across these five sweeps reflect real householder experience in Bath and the surrounding area. When choosing between them, look at the kinds of jobs reviewers mention: emergency call-outs for bird nests, routine sweeps before winter, or larger repairs. The highest-scoring sweeps tend to have faster response and clearer communication, but that's worth checking against current availability when you call.

  • Captain Sweep: 377 reviews, 8.9 score, open Saturday
  • Swept Away: 294 reviews, 8.7 score, open Saturday
  • Clean & Go: 104 reviews, 7.7 score, open Saturday
  • SweptClean and Nettwood Sweeps: minimal review data

Coverage Across Bath's Neighbourhoods and Beyond

The five sweeps on this list are based across Bath's urban core and the edges of the built-up area. You'll find them serving Kingsmead, Bathwick, Combe Down, Peasedown, and Bathavon South, along with the parishes of Peasedown St. John and Hinton Charterhouse. Three operate in the urban areas, while two cover the more rural edges, which can mean a slight difference in travel time and call-out charges depending on where your chimney is.

Bath and North East Somerset is the local council area, and the sweeps here cover both the Bath and Frome and East Somerset constituencies. If you're just outside Bath, Paulton, Trowbridge, or Keynsham are all within 7 miles, you might find a Bath-based sweep is still your closest option, or you can search for sweeps in those nearby towns.

Saturday Availability and Getting a Prompt Appointment

Three of the five sweeps open on Saturdays: Captain Sweep, Swept Away, and Clean & Go. If weekday access is tricky, that gives you real options. The other two work weekdays only, which is worth checking when you ring around. All five have websites, so you can often book online or see their current slots before calling.

Booking in late spring or summer, May through August, is the smart move. You'll beat the September rush when many households suddenly remember they need their chimney swept before the heating season. A sweep before autumn also means you can use your fire or stove right away if any issues come up, rather than discovering problems in November when the weather's cold.

Best Time to Book Chimney Cleaning in Bath

Book your Bath chimney sweep between May and August. You'll secure an appointment without the long wait that starts in September, and you'll have your chimney clear and safe well before the heating season kicks in.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Chimney Sweeps in Bath

Straight answers to the questions homeowners ask before booking a sweep.

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How much does a chimney sweep cost in Bath?

A standard open fire sweep costs £60 to £90, and a wood burner or multi-fuel stove is £65 to £95. CCTV inspections run £90 to £155. Repairs are more expensive: a chimney pot replacement is £155 to £410, and major work like repointing can reach £305 to £1,020. Price depends on the appliance type, how much creosote or debris is present, and whether extra work shows up during the sweep.

How often should I have my chimney swept?

Open fires and wood burners typically need sweeping once a year, ideally before the heating season. If you use a multi-fuel stove or range cooker regularly, you may need more frequent sweeps. Ask your sweep for a recommendation based on what you burn and how often you use it.

Can I book a chimney sweep on a Saturday in Bath?

Yes. Three of the five sweeps listed here open on Saturdays: Captain Sweep, Swept Away Chimney Sweep Bath, and Clean & Go. All five have websites, so you can check availability and book online.

What does a chimney inspection involve?

A CCTV chimney inspection costs £90 to £155 in Bath and usually includes a camera run up the flue to check for blockages, cracks, loose mortar, or bird nests. The sweep provides a report showing what they've found and what work, if any, needs doing. It's useful if you've bought a house, haven't used the chimney for years, or suspect a problem.

What if there's a bird nest in my chimney?

Bird nest removal typically costs £80 to £165. Many sweeps can remove a nest safely and fit a bird guard or cowl (£70 to £155) to stop birds nesting again. Work must happen outside the nesting season (roughly March to August) when birds are protected by law.

When should I book a chimney sweep in Bath?

Book between May and August to avoid the busy September-December rush and secure a prompt appointment. You'll also have the work done before the heating season, so you can use your fire or stove straight away if any issues need fixing.

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